Brake fluid
Every 24 months
24 months
Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.
Source [1]E46 · 2000–2005
BMW Série 3 320i E46 · 170 hp (2000 to 2005)
The BMW Série 3 320i of the E46 generation uses the M54B22 petrol engine with 170 hp.
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- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 170 PS / 125 kW
- Displacement
- 2 171 cm³
- Cylinders
- 6
- Engine code
- M54B22
- Period covered
- 2000–2005
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Manual · 5 speeds
- Automatic · 5 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
170 hp (125 kW), rear-wheel drive, 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic. Built from 2000 to 2005.
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In the range
It sits between the 318i (143 hp) and the 325i (192 hp). The M54B22 engine is also fitted to: BMW Z3 (E36/7 – E36/8), BMW Z4 (E85/E86).
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Maintenance and records
Questions about this version (2)
Which engine is in the BMW Série 3 320i E46?
The M54B22 petrol engine (2 171 cc), 170 hp (125 kW).
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Which oil for the BMW Série 3 320i?
A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the M54B22 engine.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026